Senior Manager Commercial Controlling

Puma SE; Deutschland; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Puma SE in Germany seeks a Finance Business Partner for Commercial Management, Sales Leadership and Key Account Teams. You will become expert in trade-term agreements and ensure adherence and compliance, monitor accounts receivable, and support rolling forecasts and profitability analysis.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial controlling, strong analytical and digital capabilities, and expert Excel and Power BI skills.

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Controlling, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial controlling, financial planning, sales controlling, or business partnering.
• Strong understanding of commercial finance including customer P&Ls, trade terms, forecasting and business case development.
• Strong analytical and digital capabilities with advanced knowledge of Excel and BI/reporting tools.

Responsabilidades

• Create profitability results and rolling forecasts for net 1 and net 2 based planning.
• Monitor order book, AR, and potential delivery stops; support cash collection.
• Drive monthly financial meetings and develop business cases for sales activities.
• Partner with regional sales operations and merchandising to review P&Ls and terms.
• Develop automation and AI-driven reporting to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Digital capabilities

Excel

Business partnering

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance or related field

Herramientas

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

YOUR MISSION

Finance Business Partner for Commercial Management, Sales Leadership and Key Account Teams. Become expert in trade-term agreements and ensure adherence and compliance (including Accounts receivables monitoring and potential delivery stops) Constant order book & Secured Business reviews, derive profitability results and develop rolling forecasts and midterm outlook (net 1 and net 2 based) Create business cases for special sales activities including clearance deals Monitor individual Customer P&Ls with focus on terms & conditions, product mix effects and marketing support Closely work with regional sales operations and regional merchandising. Review sell-thru reports and free to sell opportunities Maintain and document further develop existing reports with focus on BI Reporting Drive Financial planning processes and prepare monthly financial meetings Leverage automation, digital tools and AI-based solutions to enhance reporting efficiency, forecasting accuracy and analytical capabilities

YOUR TALENT

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Controlling, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in commercial controlling, financial planning, sales controlling, or business partnering, preferably in a consumer goods, retail, fashion, footwear, or sporting goods environment. Strong understanding of commercial finance, including customer P&Ls, trade terms, profitability analysis, order book management, forecasting, and business case development. Strong analytical and digital capabilities with advanced knowledge of Excel and BI/reporting tools such as Power BI, combined with an interest in automation and AI-driven solutions. Strong business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to challenge, influence, and advise senior commercial and sales stakeholders. Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable commercial insights and recommendations. Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic international environment.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination. At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play. PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture. PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.